Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Pakem February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Pakem Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Pakem.dx6146681)[Hotels in Pakem](https://expedia.co.uk/Pakem-Hotels.d6146681.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Pakem Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Pakem.d6146681.Car-Hire-Guide)[Pakem Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Pakem.d6146681.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Pakem ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Pakem Types of activities [Pakem travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Pakem.dx6146681) ![Merapi mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146681/7bd7f224-e317-4d1d-8d79-7648410a77c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Merapi mountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146681/7bd7f224-e317-4d1d-8d79-7648410a77c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![We just about managed to reach the summit ( 2,930 m) of Indonesia's most active & explosive volcano of Mt.Merapi to catch this beautiful sunrise and heavenly cloud inversion. #AboveItAll](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348952/39f53b9d-41ec-4238-bf5e-ed7fa74b7b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Indonesia #Yogyakarta #merapi Considered to be sacred by the locals, Mount merapi is the most active volcano in Indonesia located in the border of Central #Java and the city of Yogyakarta. It has erupted regularly since 1548 with the most recent eruption occured on 18th November 2013. While considered as a tourist attraction nowadays, the danger of eruptions are still a possibility so always check on government warnings and alerts before visiting. The path up to the #mountain can only be accessed with all-terrain jeeps which are rented at the base of the mountain for around 300-400 thousand rupiah which includes a driver. Also there aren't much trees or covers along the way up so don't forget to bring sunscreen and sunglasses or you will more likely be burned by the sun rather than the lava :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348952/025dc8b0-56d4-4e0a-8842-c6ad5f1430b2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![can you see the face? this huge stone is one of the omission from the merapi eruption they call "batu berwajah manusi" or translation mean stone with human face](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6146681/d42b9925-8330-4f70-b26e-0584a8a29b9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Pakem Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Pakem has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Pakem, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Pakem with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Pakem Pakem is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Pakem, and make it a breeze to explore Pakem and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Pakem to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Pakem, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Pakem. #### Pakem attractions Pakem has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Pakem to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Pakem. Looking for things to do in Pakem can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Pakem or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Pakem attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Prambanan Temple With its otherworldly appearance and elaborate décor, the Prambanan Temple is considered a masterpiece of Hindu architecture. The 8th-century spiritual compound consists of many temple buildings that seem to rise from the ground with jagged gray spikes. Admire the spectacular architecture and profound meaning of this exceptional UNESCO heritage site. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prambanan-Temple-Prambanan.d6106384.Attraction) ![Prambanan Temple which includes heritage architecture and building ruins](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106384/018fbf6d-3a1d-43b4-be98-a56a4aaa1060.jpg) ### 2\. Borobudur Temple Borobudur Temple is an otherworldly Mahayana Buddhist temple compound. The UNESCO site comprises nine layered platforms and myriad shapes that come together to form this astounding complex. Marvel at the sheer invention and variation in the décor and architecture in one of Buddhism’s most prominent and iconic monuments. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Borobudur-Temple-Borobudur.d6106350.Attraction) ![Borobudur Temple featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106350/37ce256e-ac7d-4aaf-83d0-db4b3955cb53.jpg) ### 3\. Malioboro Street Visit the innumerable shops, markets, cafés and restaurants of Malioboro Street (Jalan Malioboro), an enthralling and entertaining district. Malioboro Street dissects the heart of Yogyakarta’s city center while its adjoining side streets offer further retail and dining options. During the colonial years, the street was the center for the Dutch government. It was later used as a ceremonial boulevard for the Yogyakarta Sultanate. The name is said to come from the Duke of Marlborough, a prominent figure during the British rule of Indonesia. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Malioboro-Street-Central-Yogyakarta.d6223339.Attraction) ![Malioboro Street](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223339/e3177bdf-474a-42fd-a732-475f134232a6.jpg) ### 4\. Gembira Loka Zoo The Gembira Loka Zoo is a vast complex containing many animal enclosures, a botanical garden and scenic grounds. Spread out across a picturesque region of 54 acres (22 hectares), the zoo contains around 470 animals. Bring the kids to the children’s park for a fun day out with the family. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gembira-Loka-Zoo-Yogyakarta.d6223485.Attraction) ![Gembira Loka Zoo featuring bird life and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6223485/b9f8f0b4-d94c-43fd-ade4-92206c5128ba.jpg) ### 5\. Tugu Yogyakarta The Tugu Monument is an elaborate obelisk in the heart of the city that has special meaning for the people of Yogyakarta. The 18th-century structure was built by the first sultan of the city in a symbolic location between the Indian Ocean, Mount Merapi and the Kraton Complex. Use the monument as a practical gathering point to meet friends and family during your vacation here. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tugu-Yogyakarta-Central-Yogyakarta.d6106386.Attraction) ![Tugu Monument featuring a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106386/0db2b732-7d8b-4d46-8fc2-201431d9f120.jpg) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6146681) ## Recommended things to do in Pakem | Number of things to do | 154 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Yogyakarta: Kagungan Dalem Kedhaton](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-kagungan-dalem-kedhaton.a51289546.activity-details): £1 | | Top 5 things to do | [From Yogyakarta: Borobudur Sunrise Half Day Tour with Pickup](/things-to-do/borobudur-sunrise-half-day-guided-tour-with-transfer.a4764613.activity-details)[Explore Jomblang Cave The Light of Heaven and Pindul Cave](/things-to-do/explore-jomblang-cave-the-light-of-heaven-and-pindul-cave.a50985573.activity-details)[Yogyakarta: Jomblang Cave and Pindul Cave Adventure Trip](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-jomblang-cave-and-pindul-cave-adventure-trip.a47840563.activity-details)[Batik Master Class with Full Process](/things-to-do/batik-master-class-with-full-process.a47991435.activity-details)[Yogyakarta: Jomblang & Pindul Cave Guided Adventure](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-jomblang-cave-tour-adventure-indonesia.a48157774.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Batik Master Class with Full Process](/things-to-do/batik-master-class-with-full-process.a47991435.activity-details)[Yogyakarta: Nighttime Walk and Food Tour](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-night-walking-and-food-tour.a47729189.activity-details)[Traditional Archery Class (Jemparingan)](/things-to-do/traditional-archery-class.a47837642.activity-details)[Traditional Javanese Archery Class](/things-to-do/traditional-javanese-archery-class.a873150.activity-details)[Taxi - Yogyakarta International Airport Transfer in Hotel](/things-to-do/taxi-yogyakarta-international-air-port-transfer-in-hotel.a48579538.activity-details) | | With kids | [Yogyakarta: Jomblang & Pindul Cave Guided Adventure](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-jomblang-cave-tour-adventure-indonesia.a48157774.activity-details)[Yogyakarta: Kagungan Dalem Wahanarata](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-kagungan-dalem-wahanarata.a51289820.activity-details)[Yogyakarta: Kagungan Dalem Kedhaton](/things-to-do/yogyakarta-kagungan-dalem-kedhaton.a51289546.activity-details)[Kids Fun Yogyakarta](/things-to-do/kids-fun-yogyakarta.a50003780.activity-details)[Traditional Javanese Archery Class](/things-to-do/traditional-javanese-archery-class.a873150.activity-details) | ## What to do in Pakem --- ### Popular places to visit ![We just about managed to reach the summit](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348952/39f53b9d-41ec-4238-bf5e-ed7fa74b7b1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Merapi Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Merapi during your travels in Pakem. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Merapi-Yogyakarta.d553248635056356692.Attraction) #### Ullen Sentalu Museum You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Ullen Sentalu Museum during your travels in Pakem. Discover the area's temples and seek out its golf courses. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ullen-Sentalu-Museum-Yogyakarta.d553248621532737857.Attraction) #### Tlogo Putri Kaliurang Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Tlogo Putri Kaliurang during your travels in Pakem. Wander the gardens and forests while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Tlogo-Putri-Kaliurang-Pakem.d974581995172532224.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Pakem ![The beauty of Mount Merapi with blue sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266211/6c35febc-4c40-4cc0-8839-375fa33c7ca5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kaliurang ![Sleman Yogyakarta, April 6, 2022 : View of Maguwoharjo Stadium from the air on a sunny morning. view of the stadium against the backdrop of the majestic Mount Merapi. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6266380/f61c38f3-96c7-44e4-a4d6-a6de1dc7a83a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sleman ![The great Mount Merapi Volcano with clear blue sky in the background viewed from Selo Boyolali, Central Java - Indonesia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6348952/7e2ade31-75a3-4836-9694-d9424386ffe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Selo ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pakem worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Pakem? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Pakem? ### Is three days enough to stay in Pakem? ### Is Pakem a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Pakem with kids? > - [Yogyakarta: Jomblang & Pindul Cave Guided Adventure](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/yogyakarta-jomblang-cave-tour-adventure-indonesia.a48157774.activity-details) > - [Yogyakarta: Kagungan Dalem Wahanarata](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/yogyakarta-kagungan-dalem-wahanarata.a51289820.activity-details) > - [Yogyakarta: Kagungan Dalem Kedhaton](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/yogyakarta-kagungan-dalem-kedhaton.a51289546.activity-details) > - [Kids Fun Yogyakarta](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kids-fun-yogyakarta.a50003780.activity-details) > - [Traditional Javanese Archery Class](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/traditional-javanese-archery-class.a873150.activity-details) ### What to do in Pakem for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Pakem? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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